Serving 1,092 students in grades 6-8, Fort King Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,092 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort King Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fort King Middle School's student population of 1,092 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,092 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort King Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort King Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2692 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort King Middle School's ranking?
Fort King Middle School is ranked #2692 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fort King Middle School often compared to?
Fort King Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fort King Middle School?
1,092 students attend Fort King Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Fort King Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort King Middle School?
Fort King Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fort King Middle School offer ?
Fort King Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fort King Middle School part of?
Fort King Middle School is part of Marion School District.
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